escalation
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/ˌeskəˈleɪʃn/
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/ˌeskəˈleɪʃn/
an increase in level, intensity, or seriousness
The rapid escalation of prices made it difficult for families to afford basic necessities.
价格的迅速上涨使得家庭难以负担基本生活必需品。